₦airaland Forum

airsaylongcome:
How is it a contradiction? Aren't there many non-English languages written with English alphabets? Pidgin English is written in English alphabets. Does that make Pidgin English, English? Or are Yoruba and Igbo, languages written English alphabets, also "English"?

FYI, what is written on the Nigerian Army logo and I believe the older Naira notes (₦1 note I remember had it) is called "ajami" from the Arabic word ajamiya. A quick look on Wikipedia says the following:

"Ajami (Arabic: عجمي‎, ʿajamī) or Ajamiyya (Arabic: عجمية‎, ʿajamiyyah), which comes from the Arabic root for 'foreign' or 'stranger', is an Arabic-derived script used for writing African languages, particularly Songhai, Mandé, Hausa and Swahili, although many other languages are also written using the script, including Mooré, Pulaar, Wolof, and Yoruba."


So even in some contexts, Yoruba has been written in ajami.

So where's the contradiction you spoke about? I had given a native Arabic speaker one of our Naira notes to read the he inscription and it was completely unintelligible to them

It seems there is a misunderstanding regarding the terms "letter" and "alphabet." An alphabet consists of letters, and there is no such thing as "English alphabets." English has only one alphabet, which contains 26 letters. I hope this clarifies the distinction for you!

Additionally, from a linguistic perspective, you cannot write one language using another language. While it is possible to translate from one language to another, the act of writing requires using the specific alphabet and conventions of the target language.

On another note, how do you write Hausa and Arabic? If you claim that it is not Arabic but Hausa, I would like to understand how that distinction makes sense to you.

airsaylongcome:
It's not Arabic. It's Hausa written in Arabic letters. A native Arabic speaker will not understand what's written on the Army logo. FACT

In English it means: Victory is from God alone.


And it's secular not circular

"it is not Arabic! its Hausa written in Arabic letters" Hahahahaha what a contradiction!!!

Criminals rewarding themsalves with National Honors!!

Kosiso12:
THE PRESIDENCY

North-East Development Commission (NEDC)
Rep.Sam I.Onuigbo rs

Member (South-East),Governing Board
Chairman,Committee on Security,Climate Change and Special Interventions
October 02,2024

Rt.Hon.Benjamin Okezie Kalu CON
Deputy Speaker
House of Representatives
National Assembly
Three Arms Zone
Abuja,FCT

Congratulations on your Meritorious National Honour Award

On December 28,2023, the Governor, People and the Traditional Institution in Abia State rolled out carpets at a Grand Civic Reception in your honour at Umuahia,and joyously conferred on you the award of "Enyi Abia."

Therefore, it was with great elation and relief that I received the news of your recent recognition and investiture with the prestigious national honour of Commander of the Order of the Niger (CON)by the Federal Government.

Coming from His Excellency,President Ahmed Bola Tinubu GCFR,a President that is reputed with a keen eye for excellence, the recognition is both a testament of your sterling qualities and reward for responsible leadership.

The honour is not surprising, but most deserving,because the Good News Bible actually has you in mind when it says in Proverbs 22:29,"Show me someone who does a good job,and I wil show you someone who is better than most and worthy of the company of kings.”

To a man of immense wisdom,impeccable integrity and towering accomplishments,I,on behalf of myself, wife an children, heartily congratulate you on this historic recognition and pray that it serves as a spur to more awards and encouragement for greater achievements in the service of our people.

Again, Congratulations ,Your Excellency.

Rep. Sir Sam Onuigbo

Odozi Obodo

[quote author=Fareke post=132120108]By Ogaga Ariemu


It is really ironical how APC is still winning elections in Nigeria after their total failure. It is an indication that Nigeria's redemption is not any where near!!!

[quote author=Biodun556 post=132082287]• Low queue as IPMAN, MEMAN say supply below expectations
• Dangote debunks shortfall claim, insists supply on track

Nigeria is indeed irredeemable from corruption. I know Dangote refinary will always be a bad market for the corrupt and opaque petroleum industry in Nigeria. Nigerians are yet to see the worst of this cabal!!!

[quote author=dailybuzzng post=132044183]Democracy Heroes Award Africa: Governors Uba Sani, Bago, Lawal, Nwifuru, Umo Eno, Others To Be Honoured


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yqr5Z0sg790?si=pq20_q-X36znTz9J




Democracy Heroes indeed! Must they abuse everything in Nigeria?

Fareke:
https://dailypost.ng/2024/09/16/tinubu-very-wealthy-cant-loot-nigerias-treasury-minister/

When the so called the leader of the leaders of tomorow talks like this, you better know there is no hope for Nigeria.

When the so called the leader of the leaders of tomorow talks like this, you better know there is no hope for Nigeria.

He just addressed the president and not Tinubu as a person. By the way, how do you respect an elder that steals from children

Shadomaan7:
The man who wants to be president but can't respect his elders.

You should have asked what he went to UK to do!!!

This is so unprofessional. It speaks volumes of our poor health system. She should be concerned about the dead child and not thanking God that she didn't kill the child. What a dumb health officer.

Gistmedia10:
A nurse narrowly avoided what could have been a tragic situation. The nurse, who was about to administer an immunization to a baby brought in by a nursing mother, suddenly realized that the child was no longer alive. The discovery prompted her to fall to the floor, overwhelmed with relief and gratitude, as she understood that the situation could have easily led to her being wrongfully blamed for the child's death.

The incident was caught on camera, and the footage quickly spread across social media, igniting various reactions from netizens. One viewer commented, "Normal level for Naija, na that uniform she for wear enter Kirikiri since na even blue color, no need to change," highlighting the common fear of wrongful accusations and the harsh consequences that could have followed.


This incident underscores the high-pressure environment healthcare workers often operate in, where even the slightest error can lead to life-altering repercussions. The nurse's quick thinking and the timely discovery undoubtedly saved her from a potential nightmare scenario.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tzOpl1Gqa6k

adamma24:
The cabals just want to frustrate this dangote guy....

Not True! He wants a monopoly on fuel as he did in the cement sector. But there are many interests in the oil sector, unlike the cement sector which was dominated by the Igbos before he came on board. But he fraudulently liaised with the FG to frustrate Ibeto Cements and Eagle Cements out of the market to become the sole dealer of cement before Bua came on board. Now he wants the same for the Oil sector. He has to contend with the corruption in there.

Zxcvbnmghtr:
That is politics. Mr Dele should stop crying. 😂 As if he has the interest of the poor in mind. His Oviation magazine was all about CELEBRATING the rich and the powerfully 'most corrupt' in the society.

Yes, DJ Vence did call Trump names, but did you see him leave the Republican Party for Democrats? Did his party suspend or discipline him?? NO! That is the difference between humans and animals we have in Nigeria!!!

That's why Obi is not Tinubu.

WizardOfNG:
Lol. Reno Omokri has done and said much worse to Tinubu in the past. Yet Tinubu personally celebrated Omokri on his 50th birthday and wished him well.

BAT is always teaching Obi leadership while brutally exposing the fact that the Agulu Gbajue is not mature and emotionally intelligent enough to lead all Nigerians to include those who hate or criticise him passionately.

Point out one positive news coming from Nigeria in the last one year. He didn't ruin his chances, the Nigeria system is designed to be resistant to honest leaders. His brand of politics is identical to transparency which is alien to Nigeria politics.

Ikumapkayi:
Noise maker with no coherent strategy. Quick to react to negative news but silent on positive news. Always reacting to every news. You ruined your chance for ruling this nation with your brand of politics.

Does that invalidate his propositions and the ideas he is projecting now?

olaolulazio:
This man talks as if people that knew his as governor are all dead and couldn't verify his bullshiiiit.


How many youth you invest in as a governor Mr true sayer?

BeeBeeOoh:
https://punchng.com/those-agitating-for-nigerias-division-are-dreamers-buratai/

As far as the North remains part of Nigeria, Nigeria will not make any meaningful progress. The reason being that the Northern elites impoverish the rest of the northerners in order to exercise absolute power and control over them. Their agitation for one Nigeria is informed by their grip of the wealth from the south. Compare the revenue coming from the states and you will understand that the North is indeed liability to the Nigerian state.

Islie:
“We have declared him wanted, and he is still wanted,” Dele Oyewale, spokesperson for the anti-graft agency, told Peoples Gazette on Thursday.



https://gazettengr.com/yahaya-bello-remains-wanted-sss-police-should-help-us-capture-him-efcc/#google_vignette

This is so funny. Yahaya Bello still has Police security officials guarding him and the same Police and EFCC are looking for Yahaya Bello. Hahahaha Just pray Nigeria never happens to you!!!

PressMyButton:
Obidients and their foolish propaganda. Abuja of all places?. Wrong place, wrong propaganda. Security forces should provide him protection, he wants to enter Guiness book of record, he will come down by the time hunger resets his brain.

I think the idea behind Obedients represents the G-zee ideas. I know if you were in Kenya right now you would still call those calling out the Government foolish. You can see the difference!

MasterJayJay:
https://punchng.com/rep-marries-off-105-girls-orphaned-by-banditry/

The North is indeed dragging Nigeria backward. This was what Ojukwu saw in 1967 that made him try seceding from Nigeria. The truth is that no matter how Nigeria tries to run the wheel of development, the North will always be a cog in the wheel of progress. My apologies for sounding like this.

Medipharm:
It's not, it's a very good one. What they need is sustenance

Extremely poor and clueless investment. Eboyi is known for agriculture. Why not invest heavily in that sector? My next book "How Nigerian Governors Underdeveloped Nigeria" is LOADING!!!

okoro:
you are referring to about 4 million Ibos following him as fools

Whoever follows this stupid man called Ekpa is a BIG FOOL!

Myhusband:
See we northerners we vote obi Insha Allah


He even denied his faith because of Obi


No northerners will compromise their faith and tribe for one clown political hype

Shame on you

Did you listen to OBI when he said "SHOW ME WHERE I TOOK PUBLIC MONEY IN 8 YEARS OF MY STEWARDSHIP AS ANAMBRA GOVERNOR AND I WILL QUIT RUNNING FOR PRESIDENT? Not even a piece of land was acquired BY HIM as a governor.
Obi is close to what leadership is meant to be in every sane society. He is Decent. He is sincere, He is Clean and corruption free and He is knowledgeable". (David).

Kingsmeal:
Sandie Okoro OBE has been appointed as the first female Chancellor of the University of Birmingham! 🎉

Sandie is a preeminent lawyer and equality rights champion. Currently, she is the Group General Counsel of Standard Chartered.

She will succeed Lord Bilimoria of Chelsea CBE and is the University's eighth Chancellor since 1900.

Congratulations, Sandie



https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/2024/sandie-okoro-obe-appointed-as-first-female-chancellor-of-the-university-of-birmingham

Congratulation to her! While in Nigeria, University host communities insist their sons and daughters MUST be the VC. That was what killed the great UNIBEN!!! It's a shame.

[quote author=Tflex01 post=130808826]Dem still carry their victim mentality go that side 😆

Na MC Oluomo harassed those that did not vote Obi in South East in the last year election??


What concerns Obi with the tread? Did the speakers that castigated our electoral system in the video mention Obi?

Paraman:
Good one from the judiciary

Until Nigeria happens , then you will understand there is nothing good about the country.

yarimo:
Well said comrade WIKE, this government is for the people. You must work with who is with the people. Anyone that is not happy should locate any nearest transformer to hug

When I read comments like this from the US, I honestly wonder the kind of citizens Nigeria has. Do the read books at all on the prospects leadership?

helinues:
He should first renounce Biafra and also dissolve Ipob as a group.

We can have a talk after that

Biafra is an Idea. An idea can never be defeated!!!

Paraman:
As for me, I think the government shouldn't release Kanu. Setting him free will only make other terrorist like Ekpa, Boko Haram, Bandits and other terrorist groups like IPOB wreck more destruction

And how about the repented BOKO HARAM members that FG have been setting free?

....Who is the ant? and why would Omokiri be referring to a highly educated senator Ireti as GIRL? No wonder you were addressed as a former AID. I mean aid! that's is House boy.

I can’t believed these politicians are partying in the midst of suicide bombings that killed more than 30 Nigerians. This is a show of shame! This shows that we are governed by animals with dead conscience. The North should take note!!!